Setting goals in recovery is an important way to maintain your motivation, particularly when things get difficult. There are a wide number of challenges you might face in your recovery, but with specific goals that are time-sensitive and relevant to your recovery process, you'll put...
Many people who struggle with drug and alcohol abuse also struggle with finding joy in sobriety. Not everyone knows how to be happy sober. Thankfully, there are several things you can do regularly to incorporate more happiness into your life. How to be Happy Sober After completing...
Holistic approaches to relapse prevention focus on building social support and implementing stress management techniques so that when you are triggered, you are able to recognize your emotions for what they are and not allow them to control you. Let’s explore some of the holistic...
More and more clients today are looking for non-pharmaceutical ways to handle long-term stress management. Reliance on holistic therapies comes with few, if any, side effects and can be used long-term without any tolerance or risk of dependence. For that reason, many people today are seeking...
Anyone who has struggled with loss–of a person, of a career, or of a home, among other things–knows that it brings a great deal of grief. The more we have invested in something, such as in a career or building a home in a specific...
Getting treatment for substance abuse or co-occurring mental health disorders takes a great deal of courage. Finishing your program takes commitment and strength. However, when a program ends, you still have a lifelong journey of sobriety ahead of you. Importance of a Strong Foundation for Sobriety The...
Substance abuse can have a significant impact on your overall health. Regular substance abuse can cause diminished brain function, reduced muscle and tissue growth, compromised immune health, and neurodegeneration. However, there is a direct relationship between what you eat and how healthy your mind and...
Substance abuse is a formidable opponent, affecting millions of lives worldwide. At Ava Recovery, an inpatient drug rehab in Austin, Texas, we understand the complexities of overcoming substance abuse. Our team is committed to helping individuals on their journey to recovery. In this comprehensive guide,...
At Ava Recovery, we understand that a profound sense of regret often accompanies the journey to sobriety. Many individuals in recovery grapple with feelings of guilt, shame, and self-condemnation due to their past actions while in the throes of addiction. In this blog post, we'll...
In 1935, Bill Wilson and Robert Smith, both struggling with addiction, developed a solution that has since helped countless individuals worldwide overcome their substance abuse struggles. Their meeting resulted in the creation of Alcoholics Anonymous, which laid the foundation for the widely recognized 12-step program for...
